10/06/2026
ZERO TOLERANCE IN ACTION: OVER 1,500 PERSONNEL SANCTIONED IN INTERNAL CLEAN-UP
The Philippine National Police (PNP) has intensified its internal accountability campaign, sanctioning a total of 1,501 personnel from January 1 to June 3, 2026, as part of continuing efforts to strengthen discipline and professionalism within the organization.
Based on official data, the penalties imposed include 436 dismissals from service, 77 demotions, 692 suspensions, 31 forfeiture of salary, 225 reprimands, 6 restrictions, and 34 cases involving withholding of privileges. The figures reflect the PNP’s sustained internal review and disciplinary actions against personnel found to have violated administrative rules.
In terms of resolved cases, records from August 26, 2025 to June 3, 2026 show a total of 655 administrative cases involving 1,041 personnel. Of this number, 512 cases resulted in penalties affecting 699 personnel, while 143 cases led to dismissal of complaints or exoneration involving 342 personnel, following due process and evaluation.
PNP Chief Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr. said the latest figures highlight the organization’s continuing resolve to ensure that cases—whether newly filed or carried over from previous years—are properly addressed and brought to resolution, reflecting a sustained institutional effort that also recognizes the initiatives started under previous leadership.
He added that under his term, the PNP is committed to clearing remaining backlogs from past years, strengthening case monitoring systems, and ensuring that no pending administrative matter is left unattended, in line with a more decisive and responsive disciplinary framework.
“Ang mahalaga po dito ay ang tiwala ng publiko. We make sure that every case is acted upon properly and fairly. Walang kinikilingan, walang palalampasin kung may pagkukulang. Sisiguraduhin po natin na tuloy-tuloy ang pagresolba ng mga kaso,” the Chief PNP said, underscoring that discipline and accountability remain central to police professionalism.
He also emphasized that these actions are aligned with the PNP Focused Agenda, particularly under Enhanced Managing Police Operations, which strengthens internal control systems, improves oversight, and ensures that administrative cases are resolved in a timely and impartial manner. This also supports the broader governance direction of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. in promoting accountable public institutions.
The PNP assured that while disciplinary actions are being strictly enforced, the organization continues to observe due process and uphold fairness in all proceedings, ensuring that both accountability and rights are protected.
As reforms continue, the PNP reaffirmed its commitment to a more disciplined, responsive, and trustworthy police force under the guiding principle of “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman,” reflecting a stronger push for visible and felt public service across the nation.
(PNP-PIO)